About Us

The Studio was established in 1999.  With a background in Commercial photography Chris and Jean decided to focus their cameras more on people. The technical and creative work history is reflected in their portraiture.  The style is deeply rooted in getting the perfect exposure, and using proven lighting techniques and  composition to create flattering portraiture that tells a story and illustrates their subjects life.  Its important to make each of our subjects look their best.   We concentrate on using our years of retouching experience to make each image that leaves our studio the best it can be.

Jean Rockafellow

Jean is Chris’ wife.  She graduated from Drury College with a Bachelor’s Degree in Art/Photography and a Minor in Art History.  She completed one semester of Graduate School at Washington University in St. Louis, before she and Chris decided to start their own photography studio.  Jean’s Photography background is based in Art, Design, and Photojournalism.  Jean is Pine Street Studio’s office manager, set designer, and graphic artist.

Chris Rockafellow

Chris has been a professional photographer for the past 27 years. He received his degree in Photography from Hawkeye Institute of Technology, in Iowa. Chris has an extensive background in Commercial, Industrial, & Portrait Photography. Chris is a Master Photographer and a Certified Professional Photographer (as well as an amazing artist!). Chris is  Pine Street Studio’s primary photographer.

What our Customers say

Amazing talent! Pine Street captures memories to last a lifetime.

Amazing talent! Messina Family

“Chris Rockafellow never disappoints us with his pictures. We have lasting memories through his amazing work. Not sure who enjoyed my daughters senior session more him or her. I would highly recommend. Thank you Pine Street!”   ~ Nanette Haenig

I would highly recommend. Haenig Family